Global Scans · Good Health and Well-being · Weekly Summary

In September 2015, 193 world leaders agreed to 17 Global Goals for Sustainable Development. If these Goals are completed, it would mean an end to extreme poverty, inequality and climate change by 2030.
Ensure healthy lives and promote well-being for all at all ages.

• [New] By the mid-2020s, heat waves, floods, droughts, and other extreme weather events had become more frequent and severe across many parts of Asia, increasing risks to food security, water resources, infrastructure, and public health. EBSCO
• [New] The Democratic Republic of the Congo will receive 70,000 doses of the Ervebo Ebola vaccine as health authorities respond to an ongoing outbreak of Bundibugyo virus disease. Open Access Government
• [New] The rapid digital transformation of the UAE healthcare sector accelerated by the UAE Digital Economy Strategy and Smart Dubai health technology initiatives is creating a compelling growth opportunity for technology-enabled health check-up delivery models. Persistence Market Research
• [New] Rural hospitals in the U.S. are closing at an alarming rate, threatening healthcare access and economic stability in underserved communities. PubMed Central (PMC)
• [New] Early-stage startups and SMEs with health-focused digital solutions that want healthcare stakeholder exposure, pilot or validation opportunities, clinical feedback, and visibility in Portugal's health innovation ecosystem. Startup Tools
• [New] As innovation continues to influence healthcare systems worldwide, the ability to effectively integrate digital tools into care delivery will remain an important area of focus. Health 2.0 Conference
• [New] A robot capable of conducting annual cardiovascular health checks could point to a practical, scalable model for reducing pressure on NHS primary care. The National Robotarium
• [New] Canada has an opportunity to lead in redefining development and assessment paradigms for regenerative medicine by exploring innovative approaches that balance patient access and health system sustainability. NCBI Bookshelf
• [New] The 2026 Watch List highlights the top 10 emerging technology platforms and issues in regenerative medicine that are expected to have significant and meaningful impact on health care systems in Canada over the next 5 years. NCBI Bookshelf
• [New] AI-spowered digital health check-up platforms exemplified by PureHealth's HealthHub represent the most significant commercial opportunity, enabling personalized package recommendations, digital results management, and integration with the UAE's national electronic health record ecosystem. Persistence Market Research
• The Health Sector Transformation Program, under the Saudi Vision 2030 initiative, is designed to fundamentally reform healthcare in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia by improving quality, expanding accessibility, and ensuring financial sustainability. PubMed Central (PMC)
• The return of stronger funding support through the National Institutes of Health, particularly for smaller biotechnology companies, could provide critical relief after a period in which many organizations were forced to delay or halt clinical development because of funding uncertainty. BioPharm International
• Microbial amendments exhibit the fastest growth, anticipated to achieve a CAGR of 8.3% from 2026 to 2032, driven by their ability to enhance nutrient uptake and plant health. 6wresearch
• From 2027 to 2028, new industries with high added value and advanced technologies and sectors like healthcare and social services will become major drivers of development. VOV5.VN

Last updated: 20 September 2026